Siatbakon - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Siatbakon is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siatbakon is 278974. The village falls under the 793110 pincode.
Siatbakon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Pynursla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siatbakon
As per Census 2011, Siatbakon village has a total population of 916 people, consisting of 457 males and 459 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 616 literate and 300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 916 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siatbakon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 916 | 457 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 97 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 916 | 457 | 459 |
| Literate Population | 616 | 299 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 158 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Siatbakon
Siatbakon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Siatbakon
Siatbakon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Siatbakon is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siatbakon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siatbakon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Siatbakon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siatbakon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siatbakon
Where is Siatbakon located?
Siatbakon village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Siatbakon?
The pincode of Siatbakon is 793110.
What is the population of Siatbakon?
Siatbakon has a total population of 916, including 457 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Siatbakon?
There are 198 households in Siatbakon.
What is the literacy rate in Siatbakon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siatbakon is 67.25%. Male literacy is 65.43% and female literacy is 69.06%.